Touching images from the funeral of actor Makokha's late wife

• The entertainer's wife died after a short struggle with cancer.

Photos from the burial of Alphonse Makokha's wife
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Photos of touching moments during the burial of Actor Alphonse Makacha Makokha's late wife Purity Wangui have gone viral.

Pictures especially from one poignant moment in the day he cried, standing amongst colleagues have left fans sad.

The Vioja Mahakamani's co-star Ondiek Nyuka Kwota offered insight into how family and friends celebrated her beautiful life on his social media.

Nyuka Kwota announced the death of Purity Wambui a week ago, as he paid tribute to her on 1 June. She had been battling cancer. 

Purity was laid to rest on 13 June at the Langata Cemetery.

"A visit to the doctor revealed she had stage 4 breast cancer. Despite her health challenges, she remained strong and hopeful, spending as much time as possible with her loved ones. She was admitted to Kenyatta National Hospital on May 29 and sadly, she passed away on June 1," the eulogy read in part.

She had been married to Makokha for 31 years and together, they were blessed with four beautiful children.

The Vioja Mahakamani actor eulogized his wife saying, "Nitakumiss sana dem yangu,sijui ntakua napiga story na nani ni kunoma! Rest in peace, my love."

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